Status:
valid
Authors:
Aytaç & H.Duman
Source:
gcc
Year:
2007
Citation Micro:
Belg. J. Bot. 139(2): 256 (-259; fig. 4) (2007)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000116401
Common Names
- Centaurea Tuzgoluensis
- Tuzgoluensis Star-thistle
- Tuzgolu Star-thistle
Description
Centaurea tuzgoluensis (also called Tuzgolu Centaurea, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to the Mediterranean region. It has small, linear leaves and small yellow flowers. It grows in dry, sandy soils and is often found in grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Centaurea tuzgoluensis is an ornamental plant that can be used to add color and texture to gardens. It is also used to attract pollinators and beneficial insects.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Centaurea tuzgoluensis has bright yellow flowers with a dark center. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Centaurea tuzgoluensis is a perennial herb that can be propagated by division or cuttings. It prefers a well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade and is drought tolerant. It can be grown in containers or in the garden.
Where to Find Centaurea tuzgoluensis
Centaurea tuzgoluensis can be found in Turkey.
Centaurea tuzgoluensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Centaurea tuzgoluensis?
Centaurea tuzgoluensis
What are the common names of Centaurea tuzgoluensis?
Tuzgolu Centaurea, Tuzgolu Star-Thistle
Where is Centaurea tuzgoluensis native to?
Centaurea tuzgoluensis is native to Turkey.
Species in the Centaurea genus
Centaurea pseudomaculosa,
Centaurea spicata,
Centaurea loscosii,
Centaurea triniifolia,
Centaurea gadorensis,
Centaurea messenicolasiana,
Centaurea werneri,
Centaurea grisebachii,
Centaurea noguerensis,
Centaurea papposa,
Centaurea vermiculigera,
Centaurea saxicola,
Centaurea linifolia,
Centaurea antitauri,
Centaurea lactiflora,
Centaurea vavilovii,
Centaurea aplolepa,
Centaurea sphaerocephala,
Centaurea integrans,
Centaurea ognjanoffii,
Centaurea stevenii,
Centaurea centauroides,
Centaurea pinnata,
Centaurea aeolica,
Centaurea cankiriensis,
Centaurea ebenoides,
Centaurea ceratophylla,
Centaurea simonkaiana,
Centaurea rothmaleriana,
Centaurea chalcidicaea,
Centaurea pinnatifida,
Centaurea nervosa,
Centaurea foveolata,
Centaurea elbrusensis,
Centaurea triumfettii,
Centaurea hermanni,
Centaurea djebel-amouri,
Centaurea chrysantha,
Centaurea monticola,
Centaurea melitensis,
Centaurea affinis,
Centaurea kizildaghensis,
Centaurea filiformis,
Centaurea scillae,
Centaurea vatevii,
Centaurea sterilis,
Centaurea handelii,
Centaurea androssovii,
Centaurea litardierei,
Centaurea oxylepis,
Species in the Asteraceae family
Aaronsohnia pubescens,
Aaronsohnia factorovskyi,
Abrotanella filiformis,
Abrotanella rostrata,
Abrotanella linearis,
Abrotanella trilobata,
Abrotanella muscosa,
Abrotanella inconspicua,
Abrotanella trichoachaenia,
Abrotanella caespitosa,
Abrotanella nivigena,
Abrotanella pusilla,
Abrotanella linearifolia,
Abrotanella papuana,
Abrotanella rosulata,
Abrotanella emarginata,
Abrotanella fertilis,
Abrotanella spathulata,
Abrotanella purpurea,
Abrotanella patearoa,
Abrotanella submarginata,
Abrotanella diemii,
Abrotanella scapigera,
Abrotanella forsterioides,
Acamptopappus shockleyi,
Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus,
Acanthocephalus benthamianus,
Acanthocephalus amplexifolius,
Acanthocladium dockeri,
Acanthodesmos distichus,
Acanthodesmos gibarensis,
Acanthospermum humile,
Acanthospermum consobrinum,
Acanthospermum glabratum,
Acanthospermum microcarpum,
Acanthospermum hispidum,
Acanthospermum australe,
Acanthospermum lecocarpoides,
Acanthostyles buniifolius,
Acanthostyles saucechicoensis,
Achillea buiana,
Achillea conrathii,
Achillea cucullata,
Achillea styriaca,
Achillea clavennae,
Achillea cappadocica,
Achillea huber-morathii,
Achillea ptarmicoides,
Achillea sieheana,
Achillea barrelieri,
References
Zeki Aytaç: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Aytaç' in the authors string.